Lawmaker wants to ease insurance proof

A Columbus Democrat wants to allow people to present proof of auto insurance to the BMV, law enforcement or others using their smartphones or other electronic devices.

A Columbus Democrat wants to allow people to present proof of auto insurance to the BMV, law enforcement or others using their smartphones or other electronic devices.

"The reality is that the law has not been keeping up with consumers in the marketplace," said Rep. Michael Stinziano, a member of the House insurance Committee.

Stinziano said his bill, which will soon be introduced, is modeled after laws in a number of other states. Usage of electronic devices would be voluntary.

"Instead of searching for a current automobile insurance card, this bill would simply allow the convenience of modern technology by letting a driver use a Smartphone or other device to prove their automobile insurance coverage," he said.